Special focus on Northeast in Budget 2022: Union Minister Sonowal

Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal called Budget 2022 "pro-development and inclusive" on Tuesday and said that it will contribute immensely towards the growth of Indian economy. Sonowal said that special focus was given to the development of the Northeast. An initial allocation of ₹1,500 crore was made during the Budget session towards a developmental scheme for the region called 'PM-DevINE'.